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On the Chinese New Year's Eve of '75, the neighbors gathered in Aunt Wang's spacious and bright living room, laughing and lively. Aunt Wang is known for her warm-heartedness on this street, and on holidays, she always invites her neighbors to her home for dinner. This Chinese New Year's Eve was no exception, and she specially prepared a sumptuous dinner for everyone, the most eye-catching of which was her carefully concocted pork lard and cabbage stuffed dumplings.
"Aunt Wang, your skills are really good, every time I eat the dumplings you make, I can't wait to eat a dozen in one go!" A gray-haired grandmother said gratefully.
"Gee, whatever, it's all commonplace. If you can come to my house for the New Year, I will be satisfied. Aunt Wang responded with a smile while busy adding dumplings to everyone.
On the side, Li calmly savored the warmth, he was the youngest neighbor on the street, in his early twenties, just graduated from college, and was looking for a job. Since moving here, Li Ping has been deeply infected by Aunt Wang's enthusiasm, and every holiday, Aunt Wang will always invite him to her house for dinner, so that this young man who has just become independent has the warmth of home.
"Xiaoping, you try this, I fried it for you on purpose, I know you like it very much." Aunt Wang brought a plate of crispy and fragrant fried dumplings and handed it to Li Ping.
"Thank you, Auntie, you are so kind." Li Ping hurriedly took it and smiled to express his gratitude. He felt extremely warm in his heart, and this neighbor was like his own family, giving him a warm home.
"Xiaoping, you are such a good and filial boy. Your parents are working in the field, and you are here alone, I am really worried about you. But since you moved here, I've treated you as my own son, so I'll always tell me if you need help in the future. Aunt Wang said lovingly, while sandwiching a few dumplings for him.
"Auntie is so good, if it weren't for you to take care of me, I really don't know how to spend this year." Li Ping said gratefully, his eyes full of respect for Aunt Wang.
"Oh, what's that! If you find a girlfriend in the future, you must bring her to my house as a guest, and I want to take a good look at what kind of person this girl is. Aunt Wang joked, making everyone laugh.
A shy smile appeared on Li Ping's face, but a warm feeling surged in his heart. He vaguely felt that maybe this Spring Festival would bring unexpected changes to his life.
After the meal, Aunt Wang took out a few boxes of carefully packaged New Year's goods and distributed them to everyone one by one.
"This time I specially prepared some bacon and sausages for you, I hope you can eat enough for the New Year. Xiaoping, these are all prepared for you, I know that you are here alone, and life is not very convenient. Aunt Wang said kindly and handed Li Ping the rich New Year's goods.
"Oh, Auntie, you're just so good, how dare I accept these things!" Li Ping hurriedly excused himself.
"No, no, no, you can't say no. You're the most dutiful boy on our street, and I'll give you a little bit in return. Aunt Wang insisted.
Looking at Aunt Wang's kind smile, Li Ping was moved again in his heart. He knew that Aunt Wang cared for and took care of him, which made a young man who had just become independent very warm.
At this moment, Aunt Wang's son Brother Ming rushed back from out of town.
"Mom, I'm back!" As soon as Brother Ming entered the door, he shouted at Aunt Wang.
"Oh, my son!" Aunt Wang was suddenly excited, and hurriedly greeted her, "You are back, we are all waiting for you!" ”
Everyone greeted Brother Ming one after another and warmly welcomed this guy who had reunited after a long absence. Brother Ming is a handsome and dashing young man who worked in the field after graduating from college and rarely came back for the New Year. This time she was able to go home for the New Year, and Aunt Wang was naturally overjoyed.
Li Ping also hurriedly stood up and said hello to Brother Ming. Brother Ming warmly shook Li Ping's hand, and his eyes flashed with friendliness.
"This is Xiaoping that you often mention, I heard my mother say that you get along very well. It's nice to meet you, just let me know if you need help in the future. Brother Ming said with a smile.
"Thank you, Brother Ming. I'm glad to meet you too. Li Ping responded sincerely. He felt Brother Ming's friendliness and sincerity, and an indescribable sense of intimacy welled up in his heart.
Just as Brother Ming greeted everyone warmly, there were bursts of firecrackers outside, announcing the arrival of the new year.
"Alright, the New Year has arrived! Come and see the fireworks, everyone! Aunt Wang said excitedly.
Everyone walked out into the courtyard to watch the dazzling fireworks bloom in the night sky. Li Ping stood in the crowd, and his heart swelled with joy. This warm family, like his own home, made him feel an unprecedented sense of belonging.
"Xiaoping, what are you doing standing here? Come and watch the fireworks with me! Aunt Wang greeted warmly.
"Okay, Auntie." Li Ping walked over with a smile and stood beside Aunt Wang quietly admiring the bright fireworks.
Unconsciously, Brother Ming also walked to Li Ping's side.
"You also like to watch fireworks, huh?" Brother Ming asked.
"yes, the fireworks are so beautiful in the night sky." Li Ping praised sincerely.
"I also love watching fireworks. Every Chinese New Year, I always go home to watch it with my family, and this is one of my most cherished memories. Brother Ming said, with a hint of nostalgia in his eyes.
"I can understand how you feel. As a young person living independently, it is a very happy thing to have such a family. Li Ping said with emotion.
"yes, I'm glad to have such a family. But you're part of our family. Brother Ming smiled and said, "My mother likes you very much, you will come to my house more often in the future, so that we can get to know each other well." ”
"Brother Ming, thank you so much. I'm also glad to get to know family like you. Li Ping said sincerely, his heart was full of warmth.
At this moment, the sound of fireworks blooming faded away, replaced by hilarious cheers. Everyone hugged each other and wished the new year a smooth sailing.
"Happy New Year!" Aunt Wang hugged Li Ping tightly and said happily.
"Happy New Year, Auntie!" Li Ping hugged warmly, feeling this long-lost family affection.
Brother Ming also came over and shook hands with Li Ping cordially: "Happy New Year, Xiaoping!" We're going to have to talk a lot in the future. ”
"Thank you, Brother Ming. Happy New Year! Li Ping said sincerely.
In this warm atmosphere, Li Ping's heart surged with surging emotions for the first time in a long time. He finally found a warm home, and someone cared for him and took care of him, making him feel the warmth of home.
"Auntie, thank you so much for the invitation. I will definitely come. Li Ping said happily.
"Good boy, then I'll wait for you to come tomorrow!" Aunt Wang said with a smile.
Seeing Aunt Wang and Brother Ming leave, Li Ping returned to his apartment alone, his heart full of warmth. He never imagined that he would meet such a warm and considerate neighbor in this strange city.
"Xiaoping, you just graduated this year, right? Got a job? Aunt Wang asked with concern.
"Not yet, I'm actively looking for it. But with friends like you and Brother Ming, I'm not worried at all. Li Ping said with a smile.
"Heck, you're a good boy, you're going to get a good job. However, it is not easy for you to live alone here, so feel free to tell me and Brother Ming if you need help in the future. Aunt Wang said softly.
"Auntie, you and Brother Ming are so good to me, I really don't know how to thank you." Li Ping said heartily.
"What's this, we're a family!" Aunt Wang smiled and said, "By the way, Brother Ming will also come today, so let's have a good chat." ”
After a while, Brother Ming really came to Aunt Wang's house. The two young people soon chatted harmoniously, chatting about work and life, as if they had been friends for many years.
"Xiaoping, do you have any hobbies? We can go and have fun together. Brother Ming asked enthusiastically.
"I love playing basketball, I wonder if you're interested?" Li Ping said.
"Great, I love playing basketball too! Let's go fight together next time, I'm in for a treat! Brother Ming said excitedly.
The two young people chatted very much, and Aunt Wang quietly admired it on the side, feeling extremely relieved. She knew that this lonely young man had finally found his own home and was about to have a warm home.
In this way, Li Ping gradually integrated into the big family of the Wang family. He and Brother Ming became very good friends, often playing basketball, shopping, and chatting together. Brother Ming's thoughtfulness and understanding made Li Ping feel a deep friendship. At the same time, Li Ping also established a close mother-son relationship with Aunt Wang, who always cared about Li Ping's life and gave him unlimited support and encouragement like a loving mother.
With such friends and family, Li Ping's life has been completely new since then. Every holiday, he would be warmly invited to her house by Aunt Wang to taste the delicacies she cooked and gather with Brother Ming. The warm family atmosphere gave Li Ping a deep sense of belonging, and an unprecedented sense of security surged in his heart.
On this day, Li Ping came to Aunt Wang's house as usual. Aunt Wang warmly entertained him: "Xiaoping, you are really punctual today!" Come in and sit down, I just made your favorite dumplings. ”
"Great, Auntie! Can't I wait to try your craft? Li Ping said with a smile.
The two chatted and ate, and bursts of laughter came from time to time. At this moment, Brother Ming also rushed back from other places.
"Oh, my son!" Aunt Wang greeted her and hugged Brother Ming tightly, "You are here, we have been waiting for you for a long time." ”
"Mom, I miss you too." Brother Ming said dotingly and kissed Aunt Wang's cheek.
"Xiaoping is waiting for you here, you two hurry up and chat." Aunt Wang said with a smile.
"Xiaoping, long time no see!" Brother Ming warmly shook hands with Li Ping, "You two will talk for a while, and I'll go change my clothes first." ”
After Brother Ming left, Li Ping couldn't help but ask, "Auntie, how is Brother Ming doing?" He looked as if he had something on his mind. ”
"Well, I don't know. He's been a little unhappy lately. Aunt Wang sighed and said, "But I believe that as long as you are a good friend, he will be fine soon." ”
"Auntie, don't worry, I will definitely take good care of him." Li Ping said sincerely.
At this moment, Brother Ming changed his clothes and walked out.
"Xiaoping, let's go out for a walk, I have something I want to discuss with you." Brother Ming's heavy tone made Li Ping's heart tighten.
When the two of them came to the street, Brother Ming stopped and was silent for a moment.
"What?" Li Ping's eyes widened in surprise, "Why do you want to do this all of a sudden?" Could it be because something is wrong at home? ”
Li Ping listened silently, with mixed feelings in his heart. He understood that Brother Ming wanted to seek change and breakthroughs, but he was worried that it would bring harm to Aunt Wang.
"Brother Ming, I understand your thoughts, but have you really thought it through? Auntie will miss you terribly after you leave. Li Ping said hesitantly.
"I know, that's what I'm most struggling with. But I really needed some change to find a new direction in my life. Brother Ming said gloomily.
The two were silent for a long time, and finally Brother Ming solemnly said to Li Ping: "Xiaoping, I have a request. If I do decide to leave, can you please take care of my mother? She treats you like her own child, and I want to have friends like you by her side. ”
Hearing this, Li Ping's heart suddenly pinched. He could feel Brother Ming's inner struggle, and he also understood Aunt Wang's deep attachment to her son.
"Brother Ming, don't worry. Auntie is so good to me, I will take good care of her. Li Ping said sincerely, "However, I still hope you can think about it again." ”
"Thank you, Xiaoping. You're a good friend. Brother Ming patted Li Ping's shoulder gratefully.
The two of them walked back to Aunt Wang's house heavily. Seeing her son and Li Ping's sad faces, Aunt Wang immediately sensed that something was wrong.
"What's wrong, you two? Is something wrong? Aunt Wang asked worriedly.